Question about background checks/Polygraphs???

I need some help please, I took my background check packet to the fire marshal yesterday, which is kinda like a "pre-polygraph" review, and there were a couple of questions on there which i may have elaborated on a little more than I should have. For example:

How many times within the last year have you driven intoxicated?

Now to me, intoxicated means more like being "wasted".. but when i asked the marshal to explain, he stated, "anything that would cause me to fail a breathalyzer"...so I told him that ive had a couple of beers at restaurants, family parties, etc..never enough where I wasnt completely competent and able to drive...but i still drove. So i stated maybe about 15 times that ive done that.
In your opinion, did i set myself up for failure by saying that to him?
Thanks a lot!!

No, i usually just have 1 beer when I go out to dinner but i just assumed that 2 beers would cause me to fail a breathalyzer, and to be honest, i have driven maybe once or twice after having maybe 3 beers but Im still competent enough to drive. I usually only drink socially and amongst family, not really a club or bar guy.

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The main thing is to remember to be truthful and answer all questions. If you hold back and we find out your done. We've all done stupid things during our lifetime and we as Background Investigators know that. I've always said "You only get one chance at a first impression" so don't ruin it by lying.

Yes, thats correct and that is exactly what I was trying to do..not hold anything back, I really care about my chances of becoming a firefighter and wouldn't want to be dishonest or disloyal to something that is my ultimate dream career. I appreciate your feedback, thank you.

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Fire49.....There is only one answer that you need to stick to...that's the right answer. If you start answering questions how you think they are looking for you'll never remember which one you gave. That's why I always preach......."Give the truthful answers" and you'll never go wrong.